The Ceramic Art of Khandra D. Howard

 

Statement

My work is a continuing process of exploration, experimentation and evolution of style. I initially produce a prototype piece and then produce additional update pieces that have evolved from developments within a previous one.

My most recent creations demonstrate my current preoccupation with “nature” colors, the mixture of various colored clays and repeating patterns/marks/textures carved or impressed into flat clay surfaces such as tile or platters.  The recurring use of the colors orange, green and brown reflects an internal desire for my work to invoke feelings of invigoration, pleasure, health, restfulness, stability and warmth.  Medium to large scale pieces allow the applied patterns, colors and textures to make a more tangible and visual impact.  When viewed I want my work to produce a visual satisfaction.

My work is influenced by different sources but the texture and patterns in natural and organic forms are a particular source of inspiration for me.  I also draw inspiration from African textiles, African art & culture, everyday life, colors, nature, sea life, insects, vegetation, random shapes & patterns, woodworking and the unpredictable nature of clay.  Inspiration is never a problem … I find it in everything.

 

Artist’s Profile

Work

  • Wall pieces (Ceramic/wood collaborations)
  • Tiles
  • Bowls
  • Vessels
  • Masks
  • Platters

Materials Used

  • Stoneware
  • Electric Kiln glazes
  • Stains
  • Oxides
  • Wood
  • Fibers

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Techniques Used

  • Slab construction
  • Hand construction
  • High Fire (Cone 5), Low Fire Cone 06)
  • Dip and brushed glaze

 

Retail Outlet

5070 North Central Avenue
Phoenix AZ 85016
One and a half blocks north of Camelback
Across from Uptown (AJ's) Plaza
(between Quick's Music and Phoenix Metro Retro)

Web: www.practical-art.com

 

Open:
Tuesday through Saturday - 11 to 6
Sunday - 12 to 5
And special events
Closed Mondays
602.264.1414

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Exhibition & Shows

  • African American Vibes of the City Art Show 2007

Phoenix Center Visual Arts Gallery

214 East Moreland, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Jan 5 – 26, 2007.

 

  • All That Art and Jazz Show

Presented by the Santa Maria Artists Group

Glendale Gas Lamp Inn

Dec 1, 2006 – Jan 10, 2007

 

  • Tom Eggleston (Vice Mayor) Art Show

Presented by the Santa Maria Artists Group

Glendale, AZ

April 23, 2007

 

  •  Fire and Friends Z Art Studio

8550 N. 91st Avenue, Suite 49, Glendale

May 13, 2007

 

  • The Piestewa Memorial Committee’s First Annual Art Show “ART Among Cultures”

Featuring the works of the Santa Maria Artists Group

Phoenix, AZ

Nov 10, 2007

 

  • The Wellness Community “2nd Annual Hope Café”

Art Exhibit featuring the works of local artists

Phoenix, AZ

Dec 07, 2007

 

  • The “African Vibes” Show/Exhibit

“CowHide Zulu Shield” - First Place

African American 2 & 3 Dimensional Artists (Local and Statewide)

Phoenix Center Visual Arts Gallery

214 East Moreland, Phoenix, AZ 85004

February 1-22 2008

 

  • The Ceramic Show/Exhibit

Juried Show/Local and Statewide Artists

Phoenix Center Visual Arts Gallery

214 East Moreland, Phoenix, AZ 85004

March 7 – 28, 2008

 

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Contact Information

Mail

PO Box 11292

Scottsdale, AZ 85271

E-mail address

kdhsoul@yahoo.com

Web address

www.khandrahowardceramics.com

Office phone

480-941-8698

 

 

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Last revised: April 2008